John William “Bill” McGuire Jr., otherwise known as Goose, passed away on Feb. 25, 2025, after fighting a courageous battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis for over nine years. His Christian testimony and love of people guided him through the valleys and to the mountaintops of his life’s journey. His family – along with countless students,…

Admired for her musical talents, among others, Lacy Buckmaster was loved above all for her deeply kind nature. Eleanor Lacy Wright Buckmaster, longtime Atlanta, Ga., resident, died Feb. 17, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She was 85 years old. Growing up in Crystal Springs, Lacy was the eldest child of the late Romuel Wright and…

Travis Buford Bonner, 84, passed away on Feb. 26, 2025, at Copiah Living Center. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28, at Galilee Baptist Church Cemetery.  Stringer Family Funeral Home in Hazlehurst is handling arrangements. Mr. Bonner was a master mechanic in the construction industry. He was a member of the International…

Glenda Rhorer Craft, 78, of Georgetown, passed from this life on Feb. 21, 2025. Glenda was born in Lexington, Ky., to William “Bill” and Doris Kate Rhorer on June 26, 1946. She moved with her family to Jackson in 1949. She attended Byram School and graduated in 1964. She met the love of her life,…

A celebration of life will be held for James Caroll Hennington at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, at Sylvarena Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is from noon until the time of service. Riverwood Family is handling the arrangements. Mr. Hennington, 79, passed away on Feb. 20, surrounded by his loved…

Born on March 28, 1947, Hardy’s journey through life was marked by his achievements, dedication, and a profound love of family. His faith in God was strong, evidenced daily in his relationships with friends and acquaintances. Hardy graduated from Hazlehurst High School in 1965, where he excelled in various athletic activities, was an honor student,…

John (Sonny) Carl Weaver – beloved husband, father, and grandfather – passed away on Feb. 10, 2025, at 82 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unforgettable memories. Born on Feb. 17, 1942, in Jackson to Willie Mae and George Weaver, John grew up in Terry,…

Walter V. Hunter, 70, of Crystal Springs, passed away at his residence on Feb. 9, 2025. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14, at Harmony Baptist Church. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m., Friday, at Harmony Baptist Church, with burial at the church cemetery. Stringer Family Funeral Home is…

Betty Patrick, of Crystal Springs, passed away Feb. 8, 2025. The service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 11, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, with burial at Gatesville Cemetery. The visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Tuesday, at the church. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs is handling arrangements. Mrs. Patrick…